Are you feeling left out because you don't have an Air Force installation nearby? Are you hosting drug-free outreach activities or events? Are you looking for drug-free education resources and promotional items? These funds are for you!

Cadet Programs has received extra funds this year that are specifically dedicated to bringing the drug-free message to units that are more than 30 miles from Air Force installations. These funds are from the O&M budget appropriated by Congress, so they are available to all cadet and composite squadrons - no matter where they are located.

Q: What items can I request?
A: Curriculum materials for Red Ribbon Leadership Academy and National Character Day, for starters. And stay tuned for the new DDR catalog, which will allow all cadet units to order substance abuse educational materials and drug-free promotional items. The online catalog will be announced through all regular channels once it's ready to use.

Q: Are there strings attached?
A: You'll be asked to fill out a request form to order materials, and then submit a simple report in eServices to let us know how you used the materials you received.

Q: How does this affect DDR spending for 30-mile units?
A: It doesn't! 30-mile units will still be able to order from the DDR catalog, as well as submit requests for direct reimbursements, courtesy of Air Force Surgeon General funds.

2012 Goal: spend $10,000 this fiscal year to supply DDR materials to non-30-mile units.